Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न स वेद परं धर्मं यॊ न वेद चतुष्टयम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न स वेद परं धर्मं यॊ न वेद चतुष्टयम
वयक्ताव्यक्ते च यत तत्त्वं संप्राप्तं परमर्षिणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Only the one who understands both the manifest and unmanifest knowledge knows the ultimate truth of Dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that those who do not know the ultimate Dharma or the four Vedas remain ignorant. Only by understanding both the manifest and unmanifest aspects as revealed by great sages can one attain the ultimate truth.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि जो व्यक्ति अंतिम धर्म या चार वेदों को नहीं जानता, वह अज्ञानी है। केवल महान ऋषियों द्वारा प्रकट और अप्रकट दोनों पहलुओं को समझकर ही कोई अंतिम सत्य को प्राप्त कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, focusing on the significance of understanding deep spiritual truths related to Dharma.

Meaning

The essence communicated here is the importance of both manifest or visible aspects of truth and the unmanifest or hidden realities in comprehending Dharma.

Application

In everyday life, recognizing both the seen and unseen truths can lead to a more profound understanding of our duties and righteousness.